Yılmaz Johanning
Higher Education Researcher
- Role
- Senior Research Associate Interim Assistant Director of Research and Evaluation at Nc State Belk Center
- Location
- Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Yılmaz Johanning
I am an applied researcher and evaluator with deep expertise in turning complex data into clear, actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. With a strong foundation in mixed methods research, program evaluation, and institutional analysis, I help organizations understand what works, why it works, and how to scale impact. My work spans large-scale evaluation projects in the higher education context—including workforce development initiatives, student success programs, and equity-focused interventions—where I collaborate with cross-functional teams to align research with real-world goals. I bring experience leading research design, stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and executive reporting to inform strategy and improve outcomes. At the Belk Center, I co-authored a successful multimillion-dollar grant proposal and led the development of a capacity-building program to support early-career researchers. Originally from Türkiye, I have worked across global contexts—including France and the U.S—and earned my PhD as a Fulbright scholar. I am driven by a commitment to clarity, collaboration, and results. Always open to connecting with teams using data to create meaningful change.
Experience
Senior Research Associate Interim Assistant Director of Research and Evaluation
May 2024 — Present · Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, US
Education
Boğaziçi University
Bachelor of Arts - BA
2007 — 2012
Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi / Middle East Technical University
Master's degree
2013 — 2019
Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi / Middle East Technical University
Master's degree
2013 — 2018
North Carolina State University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
2020 — 2024
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